Berry

The Berry Town Council has approved a new ordinance establishing rules for the use of Bay’s Lake in an effort to protect the town’s drinking water supply. Bay’s Lake serves as a reservoir for the Town of Berry’s municipal water system and has operated as a water source since the town purchased the property in 1985. The updated ordinance is intended to ensure the lake remains in suitable condition to continue serving as a reliable drinking water source while still allowing limited public use.

The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Berry Police Department, responded to a call about an altercation resulting in an individual being shot at 91 Blue Water Trace Rd. in Berry on Friday, Feb. 13. Upon arrival, officers discovered a deceased adult male lying near the roadway. The victim was identified as Jordan Allen Lopez, age 26 of Oakman.   This scene was treated and investigated as a homicide.

Photo courtesy of the Berry Volunteer Fire Department

The Berry Volunteer Fire Department responded to a report of a structure fire on Jim Taylor Road on Sunday, Sept. 21. Upon arrival the fire was found to be extinguished with some damage to the property, but had spread to the surrounding woods.

The Berry Town Council held its regular meeting on Monday, May 5, at the Berry Civic Center. All members were present except for Councilor Russell Madison. The meeting began with a prayer, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

Grab your cowboy hats and saddle up – the rodeo is coming to Berry! The town is hosting its very first rodeo event, thanks to the Berry Volunteer Fire Department. The Edge Right Berry VFD Pro Rodeo, presented by Deep South Rodeo Productions, will take place on March 21-22, with all proceeds benefiting the fire department. The event will be held at 255 Co. Rd. 30 W. in Berry and promises fun for the whole family. The two-day event will feature thrilling rodeo action, food trucks and shopping vendors. Gates open both nights at 5 p.m., with Mutton Bustin’ starting at 6:30 p.m.